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1536 MINERAL SPRING RD Reading, PA 19602
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Key Details
Sold Price $215,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,338 sqft
Price per Sqft $49
Subdivision Hessian Camp
MLS Listing ID 1003331899
Sold Date 06/28/17
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,186
Originating Board TREND
Year Built 1890
Annual Tax Amount $4,376
Tax Year 2017
Lot Size 10,019 Sqft
Acres 0.23
Lot Dimensions .
Property Description
Ever imagine what it would be like to step back in time? Why tour the mansions of yesteryear when you can come home to your own piece of history? This grand Queen Ann mansion still offers the mesmerizing atmosphere of the past. As you enter through the foyer, you will be taken by the 2 story grandeur of the open carved staircase with stained glass windows, antique crystal chandeliers, large pocket doors, 12 foot ceilings, natural woodwork and built in benches. The music room and formal parlor both boast pocket doors, wood carved mantle pieces (fireplaces, one is not an active fireplace) antique chandeliers, hardwood floors, along with curved walls, ornate ceiling and curved windows. The dining room has a large built-in china cabinet, two antique chandeliers, and pocket doors. The kitchen has been updated for modern use without taking away the character of the room. Laundry is also on the main level for convenience with laundry chute coming from second floor and it can be easily accessed from the back staircase. Entertaining will have endless possibilities from the size of the dining room for large guest list to the luxurious retreat to the parlor room with gas fireplace providing the ultimate atmosphere for fireside chats with friends and loved ones. The 1st level also features a covered rear porch perfect for the morning paper or evening cigar. Second floor boast 4 large bedrooms, each having their own unique features. The master bedroom has a separate dressing room with built in ironing board. The bathroom has been beautifully updated with old world charm. Continue to be amazed as you tour the third floor with additional bedrooms, one with a hide away storage space that is only entered by going through the closet. End the evening in the turret room that provides great views of the city including the Pagoda. The walkout lower level features a full apartment with kitchen, full bath with laundry room, living room and 1-2 bedrooms. The apartment has separate hot water and heat and is registered with the city and can be used to bring in extra income or for an in law quarter. There is plenty of off-street parking for up to 5 cars. Brand new roof in 2014, and many of the windows have been replaced and 3 water saver toilets installed. Apartment has blown in insulation.
Location
State PA
County Berks
Area Reading City (10201)
Zoning RESID
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Other, Attic
Basement Full, Fully Finished
Interior
Interior Features Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, 2nd Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Gas, Hot Water
Cooling Wall Unit
Flooring Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane, Non-Functioning
Equipment Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Y
Window Features Replacement
Appliance Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch(es)
Utilities Available Cable TV
Water Access N
Roof Type Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Porch(es)
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Front Yard, Rear Yard
Story 3+
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian
Level or Stories 3+
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
High Schools Reading Senior
School District Reading
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 16-5316-06-38-5718
Ownership Fee Simple
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Bought with Edward G Curran • BHHS Fox & Roach-Collegeville